In and around Abingdon there is a great range of gift ideas available suitable for all budgets and all much more exciting than a box of chocolates or that tired bunch of garage flowers. 

Forget the chocs – how about some designer socks or some beautiful new locks?

How about treating mum to a photo shoot? Maybe some glamour shots or a family group to capture the moment?  Jacqueline Cross Photography  offer a range of Vouchers  for a professional photo shoot to suit your style and budget.

Most mothers will like nothing better than a pampering session at one of the top-class hair, nail and beauty salons we have in Abingdon. The choice is wide and the quality always top notch.

Utopia Beauty Salon is a luxury beauty salon offering a wide range of beauty treatments and therapies in a modern, relaxing and welcoming environment. They offer a full range gift vouchers redeemable against their extensive range of treatments, plus some beautiful gift boxes.

Creations Hair & Beauty have two salons based in Abingdon, which both offer an outstanding range of treatments and services designed to make you look and feel a million dollars. Check their feature for latest offers, or to buy a gift voucher.

The Nail and Beauty Lounge is a hidden gem tucked away above Abingdon's quaint Market Square, offering a top-to-toe pampering experience with a warm and friendly welcome to all customers. Their vouchers cover all treatments you could possibly want!

Or how about treating your mother to an exquisite dining experience at one of the many excellent hotels and restaurants in Abingdon?

The Bear and Ragged Staff serve delicious food and offer outstanding accommodation in a warm and welcoming country inn setting. This impressive restaurant and hotel is conveniently located in the idyllic Oxfordshire countryside just 4 miles from Abingdon. For Mother’s Day, order a Gift Voucher for any amount and they will personalise it for you and send to you or directly to the recipient. Vouchers carry an extra 10% discount and can be used for food, drink or accommodation. An on Mother’s Day why not try their  fantastic Sunday Roasts: rare roast beef, tender pork shoulder, chicken ballotine or succulent leg of lamb -  all served with goose fat roast spuds, honey roast parsnips, bowls of steaming seasonal vegetables and extra gravy on the side. 

The Nag's Head on the Thames is one of Abingdon's most popular public houses, bars and inns, offering a warm welcome to all customers. There is always something going on suitable for a relaxed meal with a special twist. On Mother’s Day itself why not enjoy their famous Sunday lunch?

Or book a table (essential!) at The Railway Inn just outside Culham for home cooked Sunday Lunch from our 2017 Business of the Year!

If an Italian or Chinese meal is more in your mother's style then why not visit Bella Napoli or The Cockadoo? Both have excellent menus for a special occasion.

If your mother is a connoisseur of fine food and wine then why not treat her to something from Added Ingredients - a fabulous delicatessen selling the very finest foods, cheeses, cakes, coffees, oils and wines. They also have a full range of gifts and vouchers and can make up a customised Gift Hamper to suit your budget.

As you can see, Abingdon offers some great opportunities to be creative this Mother’s Day. All reviews can be read on our website.